Best Michael Puckett Podcasts (2024)

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Dennis Tufano - With Co-Host Gary Puckett. Lead Singer Of The Buckinghams, '60s Stars: "Kind Of A Drag", "Don't You Care", "Mercy Mercy Mercy", "Hey Baby", "Susan"! 31:37

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Welcome to my second Joint Interview! My Co-host again is Gary Puckett, ‘60s Superstar with Gary Puckett and the Union Gap, as we interview Dennis Tufano of The Buckinghamsds, another ‘60s music Superstar. Dennis was the original voice of The Buckinghams, America’s answer to the British Invasion bands. Like Gary, Dennis and his band had an incredib…

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Cy Young - Entertainer Extraordinaire. Performed With Buster Keaton in "Once Upon A Mattress". Lead Dancer In "Pajama Game". Barbra Streisand Recorded His "Draw Me A Circle". Talks About Carol Burnett ... 28:18

3d ago28:18

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Cy Young has had an extraordinary career in entertainment. He co-starred with Buster Keaton in “Once Upon A Mattress”. He danced on Broadway in “Pajama Game”. One of his songs was recorded by Barbra Streisand. He’s had plays and musicals produced. He’s an author. And he talks about stars like Carol Burnett and Dody Goodman. My featured song is my v…

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Marc Johnson - Renowned Jazz Bassist, Band Leader And Producer. Played With Woody Herman, Bill Evans, Stan Getz, Pat Metheny, Peter Erskine, Eliane Eliase And More! 34:22

5d ago34:22

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Marc Johnson is a renowned jazz bassist, band leader and producer. He’s played with Woody Herman, Bill Evans, Stan Getz, Pat Metheny, Peter Erskine, Eliane Eliase and many more. His most recent album is “Overpass”, a solo bass album. My featured song is my version of Chick Corea’s “Sea Journey” from my 1994 debut album Miles Behind. Spotify link. -…

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Good News To The Poor 36:33

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Adam Jones | Luke 4:14-30By Adam Jones

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SPECIAL EPISODE: '60s Jamboree II - Featuring Tommy James, Gary Puckett, Richie Furay, Jeremy Clyde And Noel Paul Stookey! 57:56

9d ago57:56

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Welcome to a SPECIAL EPISODE - ‘60s JAMBOREE II - featuring the following 60s Superstars: TOMMY JAMES - of Tommy James and the Shondells. Their string of hits included “Hanky Panky”, “Crimson And Clover” and “I Think We’re Alone Now”. GARY PUCKETT - of Gary Puckett and the Union Gap. Their hits included “Woman Woman” and “Young Girl”. RICHIE FURAY …

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WORLD PREMIERE! - "Lou's Blues". Robert's New Single. "Fantastic!" (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements). "Digging It!" (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)! 8:49

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This episode is the WORLD PREMIERE of “Lou’s Blues”, my new single. As I've mentioned several times on the podcast, I came of age musically during the British Invasion era of the 1960s, and then I segued into the Jazz Fusion era of the 1970s. That era was dominated by incredible bands like Weather Report, Return To Forever and the Mahavishnu Orches…

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Temptation 36:53

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Michael Puckett | Luke 4:1-13By Michael Puckett

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Michael Abene - Grammy Winning Big Band Arranger For Germany's WDR Radio Big Band, Maynard Ferguson Big Band, GRP All-Star Big Band. Arranger For Randy Brecker, Mike Stern, John Scofield, Dianne Reeves ... 29:53

15d ago29:53

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Michael Abene is a Grammy winning Big Band arranger. He’s worked with Germany’s WDR Radio Big Band, played in the Maynard Ferguson Big Band, and arranged for the GRP All-Star Big Band. He’s also arranged for Randy Brecker, Mike Stern, John Scofield, Dianne Reeves and Steps Ahead. My featured song is my version of Thelonious Monk’s classic “Well, Yo…

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Josh Simons - Technology For Musicians. Australian-Based CEO of Vinyl Group Consisting Of Vampr, Social Network For Musicians; And Jaxsta, Music Database Company! 24:26

17d ago24:26

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Josh Simons is the Australian-based CEO of Vinyl Group, comprising Vampr, a social network for musicians, and Jaxsta, a music database company. A former touring musician, Josh went over to the tech side of music and is now blazing a path for musicians via technology. My featured song is “New Wind” from The Singles Project, my recent EP. Spotify lin…

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Arno Hecht - Saxophone Star With The Uptown Horns. Has Played With Ray Charles, The Rolling Stones, J. Geils, The B-52s, James Brown And More! 34:42

19d ago34:42

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Arno Hecht is a saxophone star and the leader of The Uptown Horns, the NYC based horn section that has recorded or toured with a Who’s Who including The Rolling Stones, Chuck Berry, Robert Plant, Ray Charles, J. Geils and many more. Arno individually has played on the B-52s “Love Shack”, James Brown’s “Living In America”, Billy Joel’s “River Of Dre…

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Prepare The Way 41:18

20d ago41:18

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Adam Jones | Luke 3:2-28, 21-22By Adam Jones

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John Jorgenson - Grammy Award Winning Guitarist/Multi-Instrumentalist. Country Rock, Guitar Rock, Classical. Toured With Elton John. Played With Dylan, Streisand, Pavoratti and Many More! 40:54

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John Jorgenson is a Grammy Award winning guitarist and multi-instrumentalist. His music spans country rock with the Desert Rose Band, guitar rock with the Hellecasters, and classical. He was a member of Elton John’s band for six years. He won the Academy of Country Music “Guitarist of the Year” award for three consecutive years. He’s also toured or…

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Marcus "Da Fingaz" Manderson - Composer And Producer Of Hip Hop, Pop, R&B For Disney Theme Parks, MTV, National Geographic And The Smithsonian! 29:13

24d ago29:13

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Marcus “Da Fingaz” Manderson is a composer and producer of hip hop, pop, R&B and other genres. He has composed music for Disney’s theme parks. He’s had placements on Starz, MTV, BET and other networks. And he’s composed music for museum exhibits for National Geographic and The Smithsonian. My featured song is “Cousins” from the album Trippin’ by my…

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Rod Argent - The Zombies: "She's Not There", "Tell Her No", "Time Of The Season". Argent: "Hold Your Head Up"! 47:05

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Rod Argent is the superb keyboard player in The Zombies, one of the greatest bands of the British Invasion era of the 1960s. They had massive hits with “She’s Not There”, “Tell Her No” and “Time Of The Season” - all written by Rod - and they had a sound and a sophistication that was unlike any other band at that time. Rod and the band were inducted…

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Easter 42:37

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Brandon Lauranzon | John 20:11-18By Brandon Lauranzon

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Jim Wilson - From Piano Tuner To The Stars, To Tech Entrepreneur, To Top Billboard Recording Artist With Two PBS Specials, To An Author With A New Memoir! 37:25

29d ago37:25

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Jim Wilson has had a crazy, unique career ride. He’s gone from being a piano tuner to the Stars including Paul McCartney, Elton John, Chick Corea and Barbra Streisand, to a tech entrepreneur with a MIDI piano invention, to a top Billboard recording artist with 10 albums and two PBS specials, to an Author with a new memoir. My featured song is “Ridi…

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Lee Shapiro - The Four Seasons Keyboardist And Arranger: "December 1963: Oh What A Night", "Who Loves You". Created Rock ‘n Roll Elmo Toy. Barry Manilow's "Copacabana: The Musical". The Hit Men! 39:58

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Lee Shapiro was the longtime keyboardist and musical director for Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, one of the greatest vocal groups of the rock era. He arranged two of their biggest hits, “December 1963: Oh What A Night” and “Who Loves You”. He went on to have a career doing jingles for Budweiser, Coke and others. He created the Rock ‘n Roll Elm…

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3-25 H3: Daniel Kramer Talking Mariners, Shohei Ohtani News & Cross Talk 38:30

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MLB.com reporter for the Seattle Mariners, Daniel Kramer joins the show for a chat regarding the Mariners as we're three days from opening day. We pivot to the news regarding Shohei Ohtani and his interpreter as ish has hit the fan. We close the show w/ Ian Furness on Cross Talk.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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3-25 H2: Aaron Levine Joins, VM's & Tweet of the Day 38:48

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Fox 13 Sports Director at KCPQ Seattle, host of Seattle Sports Live & Gameday, Aaron Levine joins the show to discuss the news of Kyle Smith heading South to coach at Stanford, and much more. Mike and Jesss turn to voicemails as we play audio messages from listeners, and we have a new tweet of the day.…

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3-25 H1: Kyle Smith Heading to Stanford & Everett Fitzhugh Joins 40:31

1M ago40:31

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Mike Benton and Jessamyn are live and of course the breaking news show of record continues it's run w/ more news as Kyle Smith is leaving Washibgton State University to coach Stanford. After a grear run w/ the Cougs this season, how shocked are folks... Also, they react to the Cougs losing to Iowa State in the second round. The voice of the Seattle…

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Little Anthony - With Co-Host Gary Puckett. The Iconic Star Of Little Anthony And The Imperials: "Tears On My Pillow", "Shimmy Shimmy KO KO Bop", "Goin' Out Of My Head", "I'm On The Outside", "Hurt So ... 40:21

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Welcome to my first Joint Interview! My Co-host is Gary Puckett, ‘60s Superstar with Gary Puckett and the Union Gap, as we interview another music Superstar, Jerome Gourdine, better known as Little Anthony of Little Anthony and the Imperials. Little Anthony and the Imperials was one of the few artists who bridged the doo wop era of the 1950s and th…

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A Culture of Gospel Mission 38:49

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Adam Jones | John 13:37-38; Matthew 4:23; Revelation 21:5a; I Corinthians 15:58By Adam Jones

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3rd Anniversary Show! - Featuring Dozens Of Guests including John Lodge, Gary Puckett, Tony Orlando, Richie Furay, Suzi Quatro, Peter Noone, Timothy B. Schmit, Jim Messina, Stewart Copeland, Eliane Elias ... 15:01

1M ago15:01

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Welcome to a Very Special Episode of the podcast celebrating the show’s 3rd Anniversary! I started the podcast in March 2021 during the depths of the pandemic, when musicians like me couldn't play live. It was a bleak time for all of us. I needed to find a creative outlet and so I started this podcast. From the beginning it grew quickly and exponen…

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3-20 H3: Talking Cougs w/ Greg Woods Joins, Mitch Sherman & Cross Talk 35:33

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Greg Woods who covers Washington State Hoops for the Spokesman Review joins the program as the Cougs look to bounce Drake in the 1st round of March Madness. We head to Nebraska to hear from Mitch Sherman who covers Nebraska via the Athletic, perhaps this came as a surprise, plus much more. Ian Furness joins the show to share what he has planned for…

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3-20 H2: Ian McMillan Visits, Adam Rittenberg Joins & VM’s 37:28

1M ago37:28

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Iain MacMillan, senior editor at Fansided and host of Bacon Bets podcast joins the show. Iain explains why he thinks Washington State can top Drake on Thursday, is Arizona a legitimate top seed, and much more. Adam Rittenberg, senior writer for ESPN visits the program to discuss the news of Troy Dannen leaving UW for Nebraska. To wrap the hour we p…

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3-20 H1: Troy Dannen Out as AD at UW 39:39

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Jim and Tim Booth start the show by catching up w/ Dave Mahler, as he shares his thoughts on Troy Dannen moving on from UW, as he is now the Athletic Director at Nebraska. We open the phone lines and get reactions from listeners to open up on how they feel regarding Troy leaving for Nebraska.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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John Cowan - All-Star Singer/Bassist With Doobie Brothers And New Grass Revival. Member Of Bluegrass Hall Of Fame. Performing Now With Andrea Zonn (James Taylor)! 39:54

1M ago39:54

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John Cowan is an All-Star Singer and Bassist. He’s a longtime member of the Doobie Brothers and previously with New Grass Revival with whom he was inducted into the Bluegrass Hall Of Fame. He’s played with a Who’s Who including Bela Fleck, Alison Krause, Huey Lewis, Chris Hillman and Leon Russell. And he’s currently performing with legendary fiddle…

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3-19 H3: March Madness Preview, Jim Meehan Joins, Cross Talk 37:10

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Jim and Tim look at the bracket and discuss some intriguing matchups, will Gonzaga make it through the 1st round, plus the guys discuss the Cougs as they can beat Drake. Gonzaga basketball beat writer for The Spokesman-Review, Jim Meehan joins Jim and Tim to preview Gonzaga’s first round matchup against McNeese State University. We close the show w…

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3-19 H2: Gary Hill Jr. Joins, VM’s & March Madness Discussion 35:10

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Gary Hill Jr., Mariners broadcaster joins the show to talk about all things Mariners as we’re about one week away from opening day. We play a few audio messages from listeners, and we have a new tweet of the day. W/ March Madness beginning this week, Jim and Tim discuss the structure of the tournament, and much more.…

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3-19 H1: Seahawks Free Agency w/ Tim Booth, Kraken Struggles & Kyle Smith Future 40:38

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Jim Moore and Tim Booth are running things today, Tim shares his thoughts on the Seahawks latest moves regarding free agency. The Kraken are struggling after getting crushed by the Buffalo Sabres, it seems all but over. Kyle Smith, is this it will be coaching a new college team next season?By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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3-18 H3: Voice of Drake Basketball Michael Admire Joins, Your Bracket & Cross Talk 37:26

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Jim and Jess catch up w/ the voice of the Drake Bulldogs, Michael Admire as he previews the Cougs and Bulldogs playing Thursday in the Big Dance. Jess and Jim share their brackets, how far will the Cougs make it, plus we have Ian Furness stop by as he shares what he has planned for his show!By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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3-18 H2: Mike Dugar Joins, VM’s & Tweet of the Day 39:03

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Mike Dugar who covers the Seahawks joins Jim and Jess to share his thoughts on the Seahawks free agency, and much more. We play audio messages from listeners, and we have new tweet of the day.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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3-18 H1: Coach Kyle Smith Joins & Justin Fields Traded to Steelers 41:39

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Washington State Men’s basketball coach, Kyle Smith joins the show to talk about the great season the Cougs have had, and looking ahead to March Madness as the Cougs will be taking on Drake. The Steelers bring in Russell Wilson and have traded for Justin Fields, will Fields ultimately become the starter down the line in Pittsburgh or will Russ reta…

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WSU Basketball Coach Kyle Smith Joins 16:57

1M ago16:57

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WSU Mens basketball coach, Kyle Smith joins the show to talk about how pleased he was w/ winning the John Wooden PAC-12 coach of the year award, did he get to break the news of Myles Rice winning PAC-12 Freshman of the year award, and much more.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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What's The Seahawks Plan w/ Mike Dugar 19:50

1M ago19:50

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Mike Dugar of the Athletic is back and he shares his thoughts on the Seahawks free agency thus far, will Sam Howell challenge Geno Smith at QB,what's the Seahawks plan w/ the 16th pick, and much more.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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WORLD PREMIERE! - "The Rich Ones". Robert's New Single. With Guest Artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears)! 7:05

1M ago7:05

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This episode is the World Premiere of Robert’s new single, “The Rich Ones”, with guest artist Randy Brecker, world renowned trumpeter and original member of Blood Sweat & Tears. “The Rich Ones” is a Crossover instrumental - a return to my musical roots. Randy plays a wonderful flugelhorn solo and adds some lovely touches at the end. The track was p…

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A Culture of Gospel Community 41:29

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Brandon Lauranzon | 1 Corinthians 12:12-27By Brandon Lauranzon

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3-15 H3: Everett Fitzhugh Joins, Seahawks, Cougs & Cross Talk 38:51

1M ago38:51

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Mike Benton and Jessamyn are joined by Everett Fitzhugh to talk about all things Kraken. We pivot to a little Seahawks conversation, and WSU basketball as they've positioned himself to win the PAC-12 tournament. We close the show w Ian Furness as he shares what he has planned for his show.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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3-15 H2: NHL Draft In Vegas, VM’s & Tweet of the Day 38:23

1M ago38:23

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The 2024 NHL Draft will be in Las Vegas, will Mike Benton be doing some work down in Vegas covering the Kraken draft alongside Jessamyn? We play audio messages from listeners, and Mike Benton shares w/ us his Tweet of the day regarding Tiger Woods.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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3-15 H1: One Time In Vegas, Seahawks Needs & Sam Howell Trade 41:38

1M ago41:38

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Mike Benton and Jessamyn are filling in for Puck and Jim, the duo start the show recapping the whole Vegas controversy regarding the on-air talent. Mike was a little stunned that he wasn’t mentioned but, hey it’s all good right… The Seahawks have a lot of holes, what will they do ahead of the NFL draft? But how about the Seahawks trading for QB Sam…

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Fay Claassen - Acclaimed Singer. Called "Dutch Power Woman of Jazz". 11 Albums. 4 Dutch Grammys. Performed With Toots Thielemans, Mike Stern and Paquito D'Rivera! 33:33

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Fay Claassen is an acclaimed Dutch singer who has been called the “Dutch Power Woman Of Jazz”. She’s released 11 albums and won 4 Dutch Grammys. She’s toured Europe and Asia. She’s performed with Toots Thielemans, Mike Stern, Paquito D’Rivera and several Dutch big bands and orchestras. My featured song is my cover of Joni Mitchell’s version of Char…

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3-14 H3: Omar Ruiz, THE LIST & Cross Talk 39:28

1M ago39:28

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Omar Ruiz of the NFL Network joins Jess and Kidd to talk about some NFL news from the Seahawks to the Ravens and much more. We chat about the ideal KJR host that you'd love to be in Las Vegas Vegas with, as Kidd was pretty dissapointed as the morning show did their rankings first, (Ashley had him ranked last)... Ian Furness drops by to share what h…

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3-14 H2: Danny O'Neil Joins, VM's & Tweet of the day 40:59

1M ago40:59

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Former sports radio host, Danny O'Neil joins the show to talk some Seahawks football, and shares his favorite Jim Moore story. We play a trio of audio messages from listeners, and we have a new tweet of the day.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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3-14 H1: Seahawks News & More w/ Jessamyn 37:48

1M ago37:48

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Assistant Program Director and producer/ co host of the Ian Furness show, Jessamyn host the Puck and Jim show alongside Christopher. The duo open the show discussing the news of Drew Lock signing w/ the New York Giants, will Drew have a better season than Geno Smith, plus the holes at middle lineback for the Seahawks are concerning, and much more.…

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Gregg Bell Is In The Hot Seat & Eric Branch Joins 56:33

2M ago56:33

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Gregg Bell who covers the Seattle Seahawks for the News Tribune is filling in today. Gregg talks about how big the opportunity is for the Washington State Cougs as they'll have a chance to do something special in the PAC-12 tournament. The Seahawks never make big splash moves, and when they do, they tend to backfire, so what can we expect from John…

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Texas Scratch - Firey Texas Blues And Blues Rock Band Formed By Jim Suhler (George Thorogood And The Destroyers) And Bud Whittington (John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers)! 26:41

2M ago26:41

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Texas Scratch is a fiery Texas Blues and Blues Rock band formed by Jim Suhler, longtime member of George Thorogood and the Destroyers, and Bud Whittington, who played with John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers for 15 years. Together they have captured Texas blues with their new album Texas Scratch. My featured song is “Annie And Leni” from my album Bobby M a…

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3-12 H3: Hugh Millen, Greg Woods, Ian Furness. 40:46

2M ago40:46

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Hugh Millen joins the show to talk about the NFL free agency activity, how it affects the Seahawks, and their philosophy in filling out their roster. Greg Woods from the Spokesman Review joins the show to talk about the Cougs chances in the PAC 12 tournament, and the outlook of the team going into the NCAA tournament. Cross Talk with Ian Furness.…

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3-12 H1: NFL Free Agency Frenzy. 42:03

2M ago42:03

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Big day in NFL Free Agency yesterday, but the Seahawks were relatively quiet, how will they fill out the rest of their roster? Guard and Linebacker seem to be 2 positions of need for the Seahawks going forward, do you want to try and re sign whatwe had last year or possibly look to address those positions in the draft/free agency? Will Drew Lock co…

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3-12 H2: Ben Fawkes, Voicemails, Mariners Have More Bullpen Injuries. 39:56

2M ago39:56

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Ben Fawks joins the show to talk about the world of sports betting, how it's changing, and what the smartest way to go about it is. Voicemails. Mariners have more bullpen injuries, but the offense looks good in spring with opening day only 16 days away!By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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3-11 H3: Daniel Kramer, NFL Free Agency Update, Ian Furness. 39:05

2M ago39:05

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Daniel Kramer joins the show to give us an update on Mariners Spring Training from Peoria, Arizona with Jorge Polanco raking and Mitch Garver looking good so far as well. More NFL Free Agency updates as Kirk Cousins signs with Atlanta and Saquon Barkley goes to the Eagles. Cross Talk with Ian Furness.…

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